Biomarkers found for postmenopausal cardiovascular disease
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 - 21:28
in Health & Medicine
Analysis of blood protein data from the Women's Health Initiative cohorts has revealed new biomarkers for stroke and coronary heart disease. Research found that beta-2 microglobulin levels were significantly elevated in postmenopausal women with CHD, and insulin-like growth factor binding protein 4 was strongly associated with stroke.